| Cisco-Linksys EG005W Gigabit 5-Port Workgroup Switch |  | Brand: Cisco
Category: CE
List Price: $64.99
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Seller: ScottyH
Rating:  21 reviews
Format: CD
Platform: Windows
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries Included: No
Operating System: Windows
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 11.3 x 9.5 x 2.8
Warranty: 2 years warranty
MPN: EG005W
Model: EG005W
UPC: 745883554041
EAN: 0745883554041
ASIN: B00009KIYL
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Device Type - Module | | • | Compliant Standards - IEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u, IEEE802.3x, IEEE802.3ab | | • | Communication Mode - Half-duplex, full-duplex | | • | Ports Qty - 5 Ports |
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Product Description
Top Speed Networking
Accelerate your desktop network with Gigabit connectivity for up to 5 devices. Ultra-fast speed, automated performance optimization, and advanced error correction. The Gigabit 5-Port Workgroup Switch is designed to deliver premium performance ideal for anything from working more productively to enjoying media more.Gigabit Speeds
Experience speeds up to 1000 Mbps for Gigabit-enabled devices - up to 10 times faster than standard Ethernet. Perfect for graphics, multimedia, and other applications that have to move large files across the network quickly. Automated Optimization
Five auto-sensing ports designed to automatically deliver optimal Ethernet or Gigabit speeds for each connected device and eliminate the need for MDI/MDI-X crossover cables. Flow Control Blocking Prevention technology designed to help keep lower-speed traffic from bogging down high-speed transmissions. Reliability
Connectivity you can count on. Address Learning and Aging and Data Flow Control designed to help ensure better data flow and fewer transmission errors. Desktop for Workgroups
Replace your current hub-based Ethernet network with the switching power of this compact unit and improve your data traffic efficiency. 5 RJ-45 10/100/1000Mbps auto-sensing half/full duplex switched portsAll ports suppport auto MDI/MDI-X cable detectionFully compliant with IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3x, 802.3abNon head-of-line blocking architectureFull-duplex IEEE 802.3x low control and half-duplex backpressure with intelligent port-based congestion detection and broadcast rate controlMinimum Requirements 200Mhz or Faster Processor64MB RAM RecommendedEthernet or Gigabit Network AdaCat5e Ethernet Network Cable
Amazon.com Product Description
Amazon.com Product Description If you need an affordable, versatile way to make lightning fast local network connections, the Linksys EG005W Gigabit 5-Port Workgroup Switch is the answer. Get blistering speeds of up to 2000 Mbps with this wired switch, which allows heavy users of multimedia, graphics, video, and other bandwidth-hungry applications to share and transfer large files with ease. Plus, thanks to the technology built into the EG005W you can mix clients that support slower, 100 Mbps speeds with those that run at full gigabit speeds -- without any speed loss. Simply put, the EG005W is the perfect solution for your desktop gigabit and 10/100 networking needs. 
The EG005W features LED lights that keep you updated on the status and performance of the switch. View larger. | 
Five auto-sensing ports allow you to use crossover or regular ethernet cables interchangeably. View larger. | With workstations that support Gigabit Ethernet networking, you'll see amazing speed increases over 10/100 Mbps networks. Connect your clients to the full-duplex ports and see your data traffic efficiency improve several times over. Dedicated bandwidth of up to 2000 Mbps can be attained with the EG005W, making it perfect for graphics, multimedia, and other applications that have to move large files across the network quickly. A full array of LED indicators are provided on the front of the EG005W, giving you detailed information about the status and performance of the switch: - Power: The power LED lights up when the switch is powered on.
- Link/Act: The Link/Act LED blinks when data is being sent or received through the port. When the LED is off, there is no data being transferred through the port.
- Speed: The speed LED blinks when that port is transmitting at 1000 Mbps. If the LED is not lit, the port is transmitting at 10 or 100 Mbps.
- FDX: If the FDX (Full Duplex/Collision) LED is lit up continuously, the connection made through the corresponding port is running in full duplex mode. If the LED is blinking, the port is experiencing data collisions. Infrequent collisions are normal. If this LED is blinking often, there may be a problem with your connection.
Amazing versatility is built into the EG005W. Simply install this switch in place of your current workgroup hub or switch, and you can network your high-requirement workstations with Gigabit Ethernet speeds, while continuing to service other clients at their current speeds. Or build your network from the ground up, and choose the link speeds that are right for each of the users on your network. The EG005W is designed to integrate easily with your existing network and you can connect your existing 10/100 Ethernet network to your gigabit server backbone without any additional equipment. All ports on the EG005W are auto-negotiating, and they have automatic MDI/MDI-X crossover detection. This means that you no longer have to fuss with which type of cables you're using, as crossover and regular networking cables are automatically detected. Other advanced features include address learning and aging, as well as 802.3x flow control. Plus, head-of-line blocking prevention keeps your high-speed clients from bogging down in lower-speed traffic. What's in the Box
EG005W Gigabit 5-Port Workgroup Switch, AC power adapter, registration card, and user guide
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| Customer Reviews:
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 Gigabit Switch August 30, 2010
Ex_4wd (Connecticut)
Works fine, modem connects to Airport Extreme Base Station...Base Station to switch for desktop and three laptops when wired access is a must.
 Went bad after 18 months July 21, 2010
dennisqdw
Like another reviewer mine went bad in far too short of a time. There's really no excuse for it. Of course there is only a one year warranty, and the folks at lynksys wouldn't even give me a price break on a replacement. So I think I'll be going elsewhere this time.
 Great switch, no Amazon switch here! April 16, 2010
Patrick Bianchi (Howell, NJ)
So I'm reading all these other reviews and I see people complaining about Amazon sending the wrong item, fan noise, LEDs not working correctly, etc. Well I can rest your fears at ease and confirm that I got the item pictured (silver with blue logo) and that it has been working flawlessly for over a year now. Speeds are consistent and it is silent! I've always loved Linksys products since my first WRT54G way back when, and this one continues to fill their shoes. I guess my only complaint would be that because of the small size of the unit, the weight of the connected Ethernet cables tends to pull it away from it's original position on the shelf/table that it's on. But this is the case with many computer accessories now-a-days, so I can't fault them too much for it. I think short of putting a lead block inside these hubs and switches, there's really no way to weigh them down enough to prevent them from moving.
Overall, it's a simple yet great switch that is good for extending your network beyond the 4 computers that most wireless routers allow. I have this connected to my router (Apple Time Capsule) to give access to the wired computers on the second floor of my house and cannot complain at all. I get full speed between computers on both floors, and that's all I can ask for!
Linksys/Cisco now LIES to Amazon and to you October 7, 2009
Kev (New Jersey)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Linksys/Cisco is lying to consumers by providing three different products with totally different features and warranty periods, yet describing the products the same model number.
Please permit me to present my credentials: I am a computer systems professional of 15 years and former loyal Linksys customer. I can't use Linksys at work, but at home network/lab uses about a dozen of their products. My setup includes BEFCMU10, BEFW1154, WRT54GS, EZX516W, AS2TNC, BEFSX41, EG1032, WPC54GS, some in duplicate, and a few others not in regular use. Before today I would confidently recommend Linksys products to the numerous relatives, friends, and neighbors who seek my advice. Now that Linksys has engaged in deceptive practices I can no longer recommend their products to anyone.
The problem is that Linksys apparently now uses "version" numbers to designate completely different products. The result is that what you buy might not be what you heard about! Complaints and confusion here on Amazon are caused by these differences. Both the model numbers and the UPC numbers are the same. The products, however, are as different as if from different vendors.
The original (EG005W ver. 1) had a possibly noisy cooling fan, from what I have read, but it has the same form factor of the earlier stackable Linksys series and no other major complaints apart from fan noise.
The EG005W ver. 2 does not have a fan, yet has the same form factor as the earlier stackables. It has 16 LEDs showing power, link/activity, speed, and duplex. The power supply is 12v/2A. It has a TWO year warranty.
The EG005w ver. 3 is a totally different smaller form factor and totally different specifications. In fact, everything is smaller: It has only 6 LEDs, a 12v/.5A power supply, but worst of all, only ONE year warranty.
According to the packaging of both, ver.2 and ver.3 are otherwise technically/specifications identical, but this is insufficient to distinguish versions (or brands for that matter).
In all fairness, I know from my numerous Linksys purchases that they, like other vendors, make incremental improvements to products that merit different version numbers, but not for different model numbers. A great example is the WRT54GS; later versions are pretty impressive yet incremental improvements.
The problem here is that this the three versions are TOTALLY DIFFERENT. Ver3 is hardly more similar to Ver2 than the HP J9077A#ABA, the NETGEAR GS108, or the D-link DGS-2208, notwithstanding number of ports.
So Buyer beware!
As stated - OK+++ July 8, 2009
K. Mcgrath (Central Florida)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Item is as stated and works just fine for my application. Shipment arrived in acceptable time frame. Would by again OK++
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